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Ears got blocked after using cotton buds

2017-03-16 12:25:27
My ears got blocked after using cotton buds, when I consulted a doctor instead of cleaning the wax ,he suggested a wax solvent and I used it for two days but still the problem remains same.
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You are supposed to use it for 4-5 days and revisit your ENT Specialist to have it gently suctioned out.

Answered2017-03-16 13:21:02

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